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Ticks carry a more dangerous virus than Lyme disease.

The mainstream media are obsessed with the Zika virus this summer, and for good reason. Zika is a dangerous virus that can kill and at this stage there is no vaccine or treatment. But a new virus is circling the United States, mainly in New England and the Great Lakes region. This is the Powassan virus, and it can and will kill you. Here’s what you need to know:

The Powassan virus spreads quickly. Once you’ve been bitten by an infected tick, it’s only a matter of hours before the first symptoms appear. The virus causes inflammation of the brain and membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord.

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So how do we protect our families from this terrible virus?

Staying away from ticks is not too difficult. Prevention against ticks is very basic and not very difficult. Often you only need a pair of socks and a lint roller. Just keep the roll with you and pass it on your clothes once in a while. You will be amazed at how many ticks end up on the roll.

In addition, a little peppermint essential oil or lavender sprayed on your clothes and skin helps to repel them. If your skin is sensitive, dilute the essential oil in a little sweet almond oil.

Ticks also like to get into your socks. To prevent them from getting inside, put your pants in your socks or just tape on your ankles so they can not fit in your pants.